Gate Passing SSG #2
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 9+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- grid (25yds x 35yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 4-5 cone goals (2-4yds)
- pinnies
Description:
- 6 attackers versus 3 defenders
- attackers score by passing through goal to a teammate
- attackers cannot score on same goal twice in a row
- defenders score my connecting two passes
- switch roles if attackers have 8 points or defender 4 points
Variation:
- attackers score by making two passes through the same goal
- limit number of touches for attackers
- play 5v3, 5v2, 4v2, 6v4 etc.
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- vision
- constant movement
- players should accelerate towards the ball
- good angle and distance of support to receive ball